Established Camping
Cheesequake State Park Campground
Cheesequake State Park Campground, near Matawan, New Jersey, is a solid choice for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle without venturing too far from home. The campground offers shaded sites complete with picnic tables and fire rings, making it easy to enjoy a cozy evening around the fire.
Visitors appreciate the small beach area by the lake, perfect for a refreshing dip or a leisurely day of fishing. The facilities, while a bit dated, are functional, and many campers found them adequate for their needs. As one happy camper noted, “The site was very spacious and the campground nice and quiet, clean and well kept.”
For those who enjoy exploring, the park features well-maintained hiking trails and picnic spots, ideal for a family outing. Just keep in mind that the campground is located near busy roads, so some noise is to be expected. Overall, Cheesequake State Park Campground is a great spot for families and friends looking to enjoy nature without straying too far from the conveniences of home.
Description
State Park
Campsites: The park has fifty tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and shower facilities are within walking distance. Trailer sanitary station is available. There is an 11 foot height restriction for vehicles entering the camping area. The campground is open from April 1st through October 31st.
Group campsites: The Gordon Field Group Area has fire rings, upright grills and picnic tables. There are four individual sites accommodating up to 25 campers each. The area facilities include flush toilets and potable water. All trash must be carried out. The group campsites are open from May 1st through October 31st. We highly recommend that group leaders carefully estimate their group size and not over-estimate as refunds cannot be made later.
Fee Info
Park fee is required to enter the park to access the campground. Fees vary between $5 and $10 depending on vehicle type and resident status (in or out of state).
Location
Cheesequake State Park Campground is located in New Jersey
Directions
300 Gordon Road Matawan, NJ 07747 From the GSP: Take exit 120 and make a right at the end of the exit ramp and follow to the first light. Make a right. At the next light make a right and follow road into the Park. From Route 34 South: Make a left turn onto Disbrow Road which is the light immediately south of the Marketplace Shopping Plaza. Make a right at the end of Disbrow Road. Make a left at the first light and follow into the Park. From Route 34 North: Make a right turn onto Disbrow Road which is the light immediately north of the Berg Animal Hospital. Make a right at the end of Disbrow Road. Make a left at the first light and follow into the Park.
Address
300 Gordon Rd
Matawan, NJ 07747
Coordinates
40.44132783 N
74.25493497 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Contact
General Info
Reservations